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Red Tractor vets must be PVS members from October
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The change has been announced as part of the scheme’s standards review.
Changes announced as part of standards review
 
Veterinary surgeons registered under the Red Tractor Assurance Scheme for pigs must be members of the Pig Veterinary Society (PVS) from 1 October.

The change has been announced as part of the scheme’s standards review. Previously, this was only a requirement for vets carrying out Real Welfare assessments.

Other changes in the review relate to the responsible use of antibiotics. A number of animal medicines standards have also been strengthened.

One new standard requires vets to declare that they only prescribe antibiotics for use on Red Tractor pig units in line with the PVS Prescribing Principles for Antimicrobials.

Joanna King, Red Tractor’s technical manager, is quoted by Pig World as saying: “Ensuring every Red Tractor registered vet is a PVS member will help keep them abreast of the most recent version of the Prescribing Principles, along with other guidelines and publications.”

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.